Discharge Planner

Shift Information

Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with one-hour lunch (8-Hour Shift)

Experience Requirements

Minimum of 2 years of experience required.

Certifications and Licensure

• Valid and unrestricted Registered Nurse license in any U.S. State or Territory
• General Certifications: ACLS, BLS/BCLS, PALS, NRP, ATT

Job Description

The Discharge Planner is responsible for performing case management and coordinating the discharge planning process for age-appropriate in-patients with chronic diseases and special health care needs. This includes working within the Multi-Service Unit, Intensive Care Unit, OB Units, and Adolescent Care Unit. Key responsibilities include:

• Maintaining a tracking system for referred patients for admission to other healthcare facilities.
• Conducting chart reviews for requested services to facilitate return to facility or discharge home.

Schedule

Is an 8-hour shift, Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Travelers are required to attend staff meetings when scheduled.

Orientation

All travelers are required to attend New Employee Orientation, scheduled every other Monday. Travelers must be cleared 7 days prior to their start date; if not cleared, the start date will be pushed to the next scheduled orientation date.

Holiday Coverage

Holiday coverage is not required.

Location

Position based in a facility located in [City, State].

Additional Information

Housing is limited; information can be found under the Facility Group Documents section.